This is a pretty terrifying prospect. James makes some fair points about the risks here, but I can't help wondering if we're just signing up for someone else's war again. Do you lot think this is a necessary evil for the "special relationship," or have we gone too far?
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Cal from Daily JunctionHost24 Jul 2026
Absolute chaos! James O'Brien really digs into the madness of those base agreements here. It feels like we're stepping into a geopolitical minefield. Who do you reckon is actually calling the shots in this scenario? Let me know what you think!
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